Ferries from
Athens to Aegean Islands
Ferries from
Athens to Aegean Islands
Ferries from Athens to Aegean Islands are available with 3 operators. There are 12 ferry routes. Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Chios and Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilene are popular ferry trips from Athens to Aegean Islands. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Athens to Aegean Islands sail approximately 29 times per week and are operated by Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries & Hellenic Seaways.
Athens to Aegean Islands ferry sail durations can take between 6 hours 15 minutes and 22 hours 25 minutes depending on the ferry operator, the route taken and weather conditions.
The fastest ferry from Athens to Aegean Islands takes around 6 hours 15 minutes on the Athens (Piraeus) to Agios Kirikos ferry with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, you can travel by car on the ferry from Athens to Aegean Islands with Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries & Hellenic Seaways.
The distance between Athens and Aegean Islands is 185 miles (297km) and 160 nautical miles.
Athens to Aegean Islands ferry prices can vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The Athens (Piraeus) to Chios ferry ferry sails approximately 7 times weekly with a crossing time of 8 hours 15 minutes.
Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilene ferry ferries sail about 7 times weekly with a sailing time of 12 hours 15 minutes.
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The Aegean Islands are a group of islands in the Aegean Sea, most of which belong to Greece with the remainder belonging to Turkey. Located between the south and east side of the Greek mainland and to the west of Turkey, the Aegean Islands consist of seven groups, namely the north eastern Aegean Islands, Sporades, Euboea, Argosaronic Islands, Cyclades, Dodecanese and Crete. Islands in the Aegean Sea feature crystal blue waters, hot springs, fortress villages, rich history, delicious seafood and some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. The Aegean Islands will no doubt offer those who visit the region a memorable and authentic experience. Like most island groups, travelling by ferry is the most popular and in many cases the only way to get in and to travel around and the region is served by numerous ferry companies connecting the vast number of ports.